Maryland Intersection Accident Attorneys

Five Convenient Office Locations in Maryland

The most common place for
automobile collisions is at an intersection. Drivers may run a red light, drive through a stop
sign or not yield right-of-way. It isn’t just negligent drivers
that may be held liable for crashes at intersections. The government agency
responsible for maintaining an intersection may be at fault for your incident
if the conditions are unsafe.

Causes of Intersection Crashes

Intersections involve slowing, stopping, accelerating, and turning in two
or sometimes three directions. With all this activity, negligent and/or
reckless driving can easily cause a serious injury auto accident.

The most common driver behaviors that cause intersection accidents include:

Common Injuries

Because intersection accidents often involve multiple vehicles, there is
a great potential for causing multiple serious injuries. This is especially
the case if a larger vehicle, such as an
SUV or even a
tractor-trailer is involved.

Some common injuries that result from intersection accidents include
whiplash,
head injuries,
broken bones, bumps and bruises, lacerations, and even internal trauma. The severity
of the injury depends on the severity of the collision. Some of the most
injurious intersection collisions occur when a driver speeds in an attempt
to “make the light.” Oftentimes this results in the speeding
vehicle crashing into the side of a turning one.

Who Is at Fault?

Determining liability for a car crash can be a complicated process. It
is important to have an intersection auto collision attorney at your side
to help sort through the details of your case. A traffic crash lawyer
can investigate the physical evidence at the scene of the incident, speak
to witnesses, and examine the vehicles involved.

Negligent or distracted drivers cause most auto collisions at intersections.
Perhaps the other driver is on the phone and not paying attention to the
road. Maybe the driver at fault is intoxicated. The truth is, there are
many unsafe drivers out there and many others who simply make a mistake.
Whatever the case, when you are not at fault for an accident, you should
not be held responsible for the resulting costs.

Faulty roadway design or a lack of proper maintenance may also cause a
major injury collision. Faulty or malfunctioning traffic signal lights,
a downed stop sign, or foliage or walls that obstruct drivers’ view
of the roadway are all examples of dangerous conditions at the intersections
that may lead to a serious crash. The agency that designs and maintains
the road or highway could be held liable for crashes caused by such dangerous
conditions. Their duty is to make sure the road conditions do not endanger
the motorists who are driving with care.

What to Do if You Are in an Intersection Accident

Check if anyone is hurt (including the other driver).

If someone is injured, call an ambulance.

Report the crash to the police (If there are no injuries the police may
choose to not visit the scene of the crash. File a report at the station
within 24 hours).

Exchange information with the other driver (insurance, name, number).

Get information from any witnesses.

If possible take photos of the scene, tire marks, damage to vehicles.

If there is any possibility you are hurt, seek medical attention.

Bills for auto repair and medical costs from injuries can add up fast.
It is important to have a Maryland car accident lawyer by your side. The
attorneys at Alpert Schreyer Poe have a long history of aggressively seeking
fair compensation on behalf of seriously injured clients. Call
(301) 812-4777 for a no-cost, comprehensive consultation. If your claim involves a governmental
entity, there may be time limits to file your claim.

Contact ustoday to get more information about your legal rights and options. We have
five convenient
office locations in Bowie, Frederick, Lexington Park, Prince Frederick, and Waldorf.

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